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Patient Care Coordinator
Requisition number 2354764
Job category Healthcare Delivery
Primary location Lake Success NY
Date posted 04142026
Overtime status Non-exempt
Travel Yes 10 of the Time
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Optum NYNJ is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator to join our team in Lake Success NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team youll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum youll have the clinical resources data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.
Lake Success Gastroenterology part of Optum has an immediate opening for a friendly patient focused and detailed orientedPatient Care Coordinator to join our team. The Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial clinical and service goals.
Schedule This is a 37.5-hour work week Monday through Friday between the hours of 630 am to 600 pm scheduled to be determined by the hiring manager upon hire.
Location
2800 Marcus Ave. Suite 201 Lake Success New York 11042
Primary Responsibilities
Obtain accurate and updated patient information such as name address insurance information and referral documentation
Perform insurance verification on the date of service
Obtain patient signatures for required documents
File fax and maintain medical records
Checks in and checks out patients throughout the multi-specialty suite
Confirms and schedules appointments
Verify eligibility and obtain authorization from insurance companies
Ability to discuss with patient and caregiver questions instructions facility medical clearance dates for procedures
Planning and building the procedure schedules and confirming the patients on the schedules
Collects co-payments and patient balances according to OPTUM payment guidelines
Ability to maintain a work queue list- complete any pending actions ie referrals scheduling appointments
Confirms and schedule appointments
Answering incoming and outgoing telephone calls promptly and courteously
Performs certain follow-up services for patients in a prompt and courteous manner such as scheduling specialist appointments scheduling follow-up appointments and obtaining copies lab results or specialist reports
Adhere to the standards identified via Sparq regarding Optum Employee Policies
Work cohesively with fellow employees to achieve specific team goals
Comfortable working in high pace environment
Participate in planning coordinating and implementing care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the Plan of Care
Assure the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems
Provide effective communication to patient family team members and other health care professionals as evidenced by documentation case conferences communication notes and evaluations
Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care
Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server retrieving and or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart
Keep abreast on current medical requirements relevant to their position which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements
Ability to cover other offices as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group Put it all together - competitive base pay a full and comprehensive benefit program performance rewards and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include
Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
Dental Vision Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401k Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Voluntary Benefits pet insurance legal insurance LTC Insurance etc.
Youll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as
UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions worldwide. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others.
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